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Hillside Leisure is a family business based in Derby, established by the Cross brothers in 2004. Run by a team who are enthusiastic campers themselves, they have designed and developed a range of high-quality campervans which are as easy to drive and use as they are as every day vehicles.

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

2026 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Short Wheel Base Campervans entrant

Gallery

The Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic is in Warm Green, its rising roof and doors are closed.

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic exterior

The Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic is in Warm Green, its rising roof and doors are closed.

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic exterior 2

The Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic is in Warm Green, its rising roof and doors are closed.The Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic has cream upholstery and its cabinets are made from light wood.

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic interior

The Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic is in Warm Green, its rising roof and doors are closed.The Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic has cream upholstery and its cabinets are made from light wood. Its rising roof is open.

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic interior 2

The Judges’ said …

Great attention to detail, with some really likeable little touches (e.g. ambient lighting).

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: automatic 
  • Engine: 148bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 5.05m (16’ 6”)
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3025kg
  • Mass in running order: 2533kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: campervan layout
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: rear bed 1.80m x 1.20m (5' 10" x 3' 11"),
    roof bed 1.20m x 2.0m (3' 11" x 6' 6")
  • Fridge size: 65-litres
  • Heating: Webasto diesel heating
  • ISOfix Points: two

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: 105Ah lithium battery
  • Solar Panel: 105W
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for two cylinders, maximum size 6.4kg

Price

  • Price from £65,000
  • Price as entered £77,330

Check with your local Hillside Leisure dealer for the latest prices and availability

Read more about the Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

Hillside Leisure Cromford

2026 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Winner | Long Wheel Base Campervans

Gallery

The Hillside Leisure Cromford is dark grey, its rising roof and sliding door are closed. There is a step in front of the sliding door.

Hillside Leisure Cromford exterior

The Hillside Leisure Cromford is dark grey, its rising roof and sliding door are closed. There is a step in front of the sliding door.

Hillside Leisure Cromford exterior 2

The Hillside Leisure Cromford has dark brown upholstery with a beige floor, its rising roof is open.

Hillside Leisure Cromford interior

The Hillside Leisure Cromford has dark brown upholstery with wooden cabinets. To the rear there is a fixed toilet.

Hillside Leisure Cromford interior 2

The Judges’ said …

A fabulous option for couples who require a fixed toilet in a campervan. It has a privacy door with a hand basin plus an external shower, which is unique in such a small van.

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: automatic 
  • Engine: 148bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 5.45m (17’ 10”)
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3200kg
  • Mass in running order: 2661kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: campervan layout
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: two singles both 0.60m x 1.90m (1' 11" x 6' 2"),
    which can be made into a double 1.20m x 1.90m (3' 11" x 6' 2"),
    roof bed 1.20m x 2.30m (3' 11" x 7' 6")
  • Fridge size: 50-litres
  • Heating: Webasto diesel heating
  • ISOfix Points: two

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: 105Ah lithium battery
  • Solar Panel: none (option only)
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for two cylinders, maximum size 6.4kg

Price

  • Price from £73,550
  • Price as entered £82,430

Check with your local Hillside Leisure dealer for the latest prices and availability

Read more about the Hillside Leisure Cromford

Hillside Leisure MVX

2026 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Third | Any Hybrid Campervan

Gallery

The Hillside Leisure MVX is blue, its rising roof and sliding doors are closed.

Hillside Leisure MVX exterior

The Hillside Leisure MVX is blue, its rising roof and sliding door are open.

Hillside Leisure MVX exterior 2

The Hillside Leisure MVX has black and blue upholstery, its cabinets are pale wood. The fridge is black.

Hillside Leisure MVX interior

The Hillside Leisure MVX has black and blue upholstery, its cabinets are pale wood. There is a single gas hob ring and a round stainless steel sink.

Hillside Leisure MVX interior 2

The Judges’ said …

An all-round superstar – exquisitely built and beautifully presented.

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Multivan
  • Gearbox: automatic 
  • Engine: 243 bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 5.173m (16’ 11”)
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: refer to Hillside Leisure
  • Mass in running order: refer to Hillside Leisure
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: campervan layout
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: rear bed 1.04m x 2.0m (3' 4" x 6' 6"),
    roof bed (contact Hillside Leisure)
  • Fridge size: 50-litres
  • Heating: diesel blown air heating
  • ISOfix Points: two

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: 105Ah lithium battery
  • Solar Panel: none (option only)
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for two cylinders, maximum size 3kg

Price

  • Price from £78,995
  • Price as entered £78,995

Check with your local Hillside Leisure dealer for the latest prices and availability

Read more about the Hillside Leisure MVX

Hillside Leisure Hopton 600RL

2026 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions with a fixed roof 6 metres and under entrant

Gallery

The Hillside Leisure Hopton 600RL is red, its sliding door is closed and there is a step beside it.

Hillside Leisure Hopton 600RL exterior

The Hillside Leisure Hopton 600RL is red. There is a roller banner to the rear of the van.

Hillside Leisure Hopton 600RL exterior 2

The Hillside Leisure Hopton 600RL has a dual fuel hob with two gas rings and an induction ring. There is a wooden chopping board style cover over the sink. There is a double 230V power socket at the front.

Hillside Leisure Hopton 600RL interior

The Hillside Leisure Hopton 600RL has cream upholstery. There are mid brown cabinets. The kitchen hob is in the right hand corner. The spot lights under the overhead cabinets are switched on.

Hillside Leisure Hopton 600RL interior 2

The Judges’ said …

A choice of finishes for interior cabinetry and upholstery for either a modern or traditional look.

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Crafter
  • Gearbox: automatic 
  • Engine: 138bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: two
  • Length: 6.0m (19’ 8”)
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3200kg
  • Mass in running order: 2985kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom
  • Number of berths: two
  • Bed sizes: Two singles both 0.66m x 1.90m (2' 1" x 6' 2")
    which can be made into a double 1.75m x 1.90m (5' 8" x 6' 2")
  • Fridge size: 90-litres
  • Heating: Webasto diesel heating
  • ISOfix Points: none

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: 105Ah lithium battery
  • Solar Panel: two 100W (fitted option)
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for two cylinders, maximum size 6.4kg

Price

  • Price from £79,695
  • Price as entered £83,645

Check with your local Hillside Leisure dealer for the latest prices and availability

Read more about the Hilside Leisure Hopton 600RL

Hillside Cromford

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Second | Campervans over 5 metres

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Caravan and Motorhome Club Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards 2023, second Campervans over 5 metres

Hillside Cromford exterior

Hillside Cromford has grey upholstery. The rising roof is open.

Hillside Cromford interior

The Judges’ said …

Really innovative campervan layout also allows for long items like a canoe / surfboard to be stored down the central aisle

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6.1
  • Gearbox: manual 
  • Engine: 108bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 5.3m (17' 4 ")
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • Mass in running order: 2650kg (estimated)
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / central bed / roof bed / fixed toilet
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: two singles in rear lounge which can be made into a double bed, additional roof bed (contact Hillside Leisure for measurements)
  • Fridge size: 50-litres
  • Heating: Eberspacher diesel heating
  • ISOfix Points: option only

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: one, AGM leisure battery
  • Solar Panel: none
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for one cylinder, maximum size 2.7kg

Price

  • Price from £64,095
  • Price as entered £64,095

Hillside Birchover All Motion SWB

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Campervans under 5 metres 

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Caravan and Motorhome Club Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards 2023, Campervans under 5 metres entrant

Hillside Birchover All Motion SWB exterior

Caravan and Motorhome Club Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards 2023, Campervans under 5 metres entrant

Hillside Birchover All Motion SWB interior

The Judges’ said …

Hillside offers a range of Birchovers with the All Motion being suited to those who want to go that bit further!

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen 4MOTION Transporter
  • Gearbox: manual 
  • Engine: 148bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 4.89m (16' 0")
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3200kg
  • Mass in running order: 2750kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / rear bed / roof bed
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: two doubles (contact Hillside Leisure for measurements)
  • Fridge size: 65-litres
  • Heating: Blown air diesel heating
  • ISOfix Points: option only

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: one, AGM leisure battery
  • Solar Panel: 60W
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for one cylinder, maximum size 2.7kg

Price

  • Price from £68,695
  • Price as entered £73,690 

Hillside Hopton

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions with Fixed Roof under 6 metres

Gallery

Hillside Hopton has an orange exterior, with a step to gain easy access.

Hillside Hopton exterior

Hillside Hopton has pale green patterned upholstery, with stripy wooden overhead lockers. The kitchen work surface is white with a hob and separate sink. The floor is wooden. It has a roof light.

Hillside Hopton interior

The Judges’ said …

Hillside makes the most of the Crafter with a conversion that includes full washroom facilities

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Crafter
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 175bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: two
  • Length: 5.98m (19' 7")
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • Mass in running order: 2850kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom / rear lounge
  • Number of berths: two
  • Bed sizes: two singles which can be made into a double bed (contact Hillside Leisure for measurements)
  • Fridge size: 90-litres
  • Heating: Blown air central heating and water heating
  • ISOfix Points: none

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied: one, AGM leisure battery
  • Solar Panel: fitted option (contact Hillside Leisure for wattage)
  • Gas cylinder/tank: 20-litre LPG tank

Price

  • Price from £70,695
  • Price as entered £79,803

Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Birchover Classic

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Campervans over £47,000

The Judges’ said …

Thoughtful design touches add to the Birchover's practical appeal

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 148bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.93m / 16’ 1"
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2800kg
  • MIRO: 2302kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price: £55,285 
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Birchover S

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Campervans under £47,000

The Judges’ said …

This is a brilliant van for the price, classic camper layout, solidly built and good finish

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 89bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.93m / 16’ 1"
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2600kg
  • MIRO: 2272kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price: £39,995
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Cromford

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions £50,000 - £55,000

The Judges’ said …

Really clever packaging to fit a cassette loo and hand wash basin in a pop-top van

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 148bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 5.32m / 17’ 4”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2490kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price: £55,000 
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / central washroom

Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Hopton

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions £55,000 - £65,000

The Judges’ said …

Great kitchen area – well-designed with a large preparation area and all facilities

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Crafter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 175bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 2
  • Length: 5.99m / 19’ 6”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2490kg
  • B Licence compatible

Conversion

  • Price: £63,635 
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / central washroom

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Winner | Campervans up to £45,000

The Judges' said ...

A good value, practical campervan that does everything well

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 100bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.89m / 16’
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2800kg
  • MIRO: 2302kg

Conversion

  • Price: £44,999 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / rear bed

Hillside Birchover Executive

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Campervans over £45,000

The Judges’ said …

Spacious and cosy

 

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 100bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.89m / 16’
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2237kg

Conversion

  • Price: £54,855 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / rear bed

Hillside Hopton

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions over £55,000

The Judges’ said …

A stylish and solid two-berth with added appeal of an automatic Volkswagen base

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Crafter
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 174bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 2
  • Length: 5.99m / 19’ 6”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • MIRO: 2840kg

Conversion

  • Price: £64,330 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / centre washroom / rear bed

Hillside Dalbury S Tekna

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Micro Motorhomes

The Judges’ said …

Great to see a one-berth campervan making efficient use of space for solo travellers

Base Vehicle

  • Nissan NV200
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 88bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 3
  • Length: 4.4m / 14’ 4”
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2000kg
  • MIRO: 1760kg

Conversion

  • Price: £29,995 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 1
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / rear bed

Richard Baldwin Motorhomes Hillside Leisure Volkswagen Caravaggio

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Winner | Any Campervan Dealer Special

The Judges’ said …

Very good value with a strong warranty

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6 Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 102bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 4.9m / 16’
  • NCC Approved: Yes

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2800kg
  • MIRO: 2256kg

Conversion

  • Price: £48,888 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Based on: Hillside Birchover Classic
  • Layout: Centre kitchen / rear bed

Only available from Richard Baldwin Motorhomes, Halifax

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Campervans over £45,000

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Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic exterior

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic

Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic interior

The Judges’ said …

Fun, funky, fantastic!

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6 Transporter
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Capacity: 2000cc
  • Engine: 100bhp
  • Length: 4.89m / 16’
  • NCC Approved

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2490kg

Conversion

  • Price: £47,900 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 1” x 4’ (1.85m x 1.22m)
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

Hillside Leisure Birchover S

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Campervans up to £45,000

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Hillside Leisure Birchover S

Hillside Leisure Birchover S exterior

Hillside Leisure Birchover S

Hillside Leisure Birchover S interior

The Judges’ said …

Cracking value, wonderfully simple van that will do the job well

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6 Transporter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 2000cc
  • Engine: 82bhp
  • Length: 4.89m / 16’
  • NCC Approved

Conversion

  • Price: £35,995 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 1” x 4’ (1.86m x 1.22m)
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

Hillside Leisure Cromford

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions £45,000 - £55,000

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Hillside Leisure Cromford exterior

Hillside Leisure Cromford interior

The Judges’ said …

If twin singles beds and a washroom are your must-haves in a Volkswagen, this is worth a look

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen T6 Transporter
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Capacity: 2000cc
  • Engine: 148bhp
  • Length: 5.29m / 17’ 3”
  • NCC Approved

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 3000kg
  • MIRO: 2490kg

Conversion

  • Price: £54,606 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 3” x 5’ (1.92m x 1.52m) 
  • Layout: End washroom / end kitchen

Hillside Leisure Dalbury

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Micro Motorhomes

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Hillside Leisure Dalbury

Hillside Leisure Dalbury exterior

Hillside Leisure Dalbury

Hillside Leisure Dalbury interior

The Judges’ said …

For a tiny camper, it’s spacious

Base Vehicle

  • Nissan NV200
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 1500cc
  • Engine: 108bhp
  • Length: 4.4m / 14’ 4”
  • NCC Approved

Weights

  • Maximum weight: 2000kg
  • MIRO: 1760kg

Conversion

  • Price: £30,495 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 1” x 2’ 9” (1.86m x 0.91m)
  • Layout: Centre kitchen

Hillside Leisure Hartington

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions up to £45,000

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Hillside Leisure Hartington exterior

Hillside Leisure Hartington interior

The Judges’ said …

The Hartington has enough headroom for over 6 footers, with keen pricing and the Renault base makes it appealing

Base Vehicle

  • Renault Trafic
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 1600cc
  • Engine: 123bhp
  • Length: 5.39m / 17’ 6”

Conversion

  • Price: £44,295 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 3” x 5’ (1.92m x 1.52m)
  • Layout: End washroom / end kitchen

Hillside Leisure Heatherton

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions over £55,000

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Hillside Leisure Heatherton exterior

Hillside Leisure Heatherton interior

The Judges’ said …

Great driving Crafter, very appealing and conversion majors on designer feel.

Base Vehicle

  • Volkswagen Crafter
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 2000cc
  • Engine: 175bhp
  • Length: 5.98m / 19’ 6”

Conversion

  • Price: £67,381 (price as judged)
  • Number of berths: 2
  • Bed sizes: 6’ 1” x 4’ 4” (1.85m x 1.34m)
  • Layout: End washroom / side kitchen

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